Central Africa · Movement as Memory

Makossa

Cameroon

Central Africa

MAKOSSA

Country Cameroon

Region Central Africa

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Originally a music genre, Makossa has developed its own dance style, characterized by its hip-swinging movements and has influenced popular music and dance worldwide.

Archive record

AFR·DNC·0039

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